Roots in the Aegean
Journey Through Time

EsperiA is the culmination of over a century's family dedication to preserving Greece's cultural and philosophical heritage through experiential travel.

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The EsperiA Legacy

1895

The Kassos family in Crete begins collecting and preserving prehistoric artifacts for safekeeping during Ottoman rule.

1923

Founding of the first private Greek archaeological school in Naxos, training local experts in ancient site preservation.

1983

Modern EsperiA begins as a tour company specializing in guided historical walks of Delphi, respecting the UNESCO protected status of the site.

Pillars of Our Historical Integrity

Built upon three core principles of Greek heritage preservation:

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Historical Preservation

We partner with Greek Ministry of Culture on restoration projects. Our experts use traditional methods to preserve artifacts while sharing their stories with travelers.

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Cultural Education

Through guided discussions, we bring to life the philosophies of Socrates, the poetry of Sappho, and the history of the Delphic Oracle through modern interpretation.

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Community Legacy

We work with local archaeologists, historians, and artists to pass down traditional methods to younger generations while creating authentic experiences.

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"A journey through Greece is a dialogue with the past made present."

Our guides - selected from the EsperiA Academy trained in classical studies and archaeology - bring historical sites to life through immersive storytelling. We believe in the ancient concept of mnemonics - using physical locations as memory anchors for historical understanding.

Key Historical Experiences

  • Philosopher's walks through Delphi with ancient texts in hand
  • Archaeological field schools for travelers to learn excavation techniques
  • Historical preservation workshops with local stonemasons

Numbers that Define Our Commitment

118

Historical sites preserved through our partnership programs

400+

Guides certified in historical interpretation and preservation

3500+

Artifacts professionally cataloged and protected since 1983

87%

Travelers who return for additional journeys after historical experiences

Bridging Past and Present

Our Historical Partners

Through collaborations with institutions like the British Museum, Acropolis Museum in Athens, and the Ephorate of Antiquities, we ensure our historical interpretations are both academically rigorous and accessible.

British Museum

Shared artifacts research and conservation techniques

Athens University

Ongoing archaeological partnership since 1995

Crete Archaeological Society

Traditional masonry skills preservation

UNESCO Greece

World heritage site stewardship

Historical Destinations

Delphi and the Pythian Games

Experience the ancient sanctuary from where Olympian oracles shaped history

Mycenae and the Lion Gate

Walk through one of the most iconic Bronze Age archaeological sites in Greece

Ancient Naxos

Discover one of the oldest Greek settlements from 10,000 BCE at the Archaeological Museum of Naxos

Preserving the Past, Enriching the Future

Each journey is a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern exploration. We ensure responsible travel that respects both the artifacts of the past and the living culture of Greece's present.

4000+

Historical artifacts documented through EsperiA's preservation program

98%

Travelers rate historical accuracy as exceptional or very good

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